2000 Panoz AIV vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 2000 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz AIV | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | AIV | Peugette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
